Manipal Group Buys Strategic Stake in Cigna TTK Health Insurance

Cigna TTK Health Insurance Company Limited (Cigna TTK) has received necessary regulatory approvals, from the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) to partner with Manipal Group, a leader in the field of healthcare delivery and higher education. As per the new structure, Cigna Corporation (NYSE: CI) will continue to hold its 49 percent stake in the Indian health insurance venture, while Manipal Group and TTK Group will jointly hold 51 percent stake in the joint venture.

The new partnership will help Cigna TTK bridge the gap between healthcare delivery and healthcare financing, enabling the company to provide customers with a more comprehensive, innovative, personalized, and affordable suite of healthcare solutions.

Jason Sadler, President, Cigna International Markets said: “India is an important market for Cigna and we are pleased to welcome Manipal Group on board, a pioneer in healthcare delivery ecosystems, as our new health insurance joint venture partner. The joint venture is well-aligned with our mission to improve the health, well-being and sense of security of our customers.”

Since its inception in 2014, Cigna TTK has created a strong position in the standalone health insurance segment and is one of the …

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